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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1982
Page
5
The piece argues union dues should not fund political causes or candidates workers oppose. It explains gaps in the Federal Election Campaign Act that allow union officials to urge support and conduct biased get-out-the-vote drives, challenging the adequacy of current protections.
The San Francisco University athletics decision to end the basketball program shocks fans and alumni who accuse the administration of failing to curb rampant cheating. Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim comments on the president's tenure, while critics urge athletic integrity over national titles. The piece also discusses political action committees, union dues, and campaign spending, urging readers to contact their senators about FEC reform.
The Marcellus district, facing a tightened budget after voters rejected a prior measure, seeks to reinstate interscholastic athletics and related nonmandated items. The booster club collected signatures for a referendum, defeated previously by 27 votes, and now the proposition is being resubmitted to tomorrow’s voters.
Readers from Upstate New York express anger at Mayor Ed Koch over his Playboy interview. They label his claim that real people ignore the controversy as insulting and question Kochs gubernatorial viability while citing polls and endorsements. The letters also reference PLO tactics and Beirut fires amid peace delays.
A July 18 WEZG broadcast from noon to 845 pm celebrated Polish culture for Sacred Heart Parish Syracuse and the Polish community. It highlighted Parish Festival events and featured Monseigneur Kantor and the Parish Festival Committee.
Stephen Best of Mississauga Ontario calls on U S visitors in Canada to avoid seal skin souvenirs to curb cruel hunts. He notes a U S law banning these items and urges shoppers to pressure store managers by boycotting seal skin trinkets during summer travels.
Nellie Hiller thanks Michael Bragman for a personal call that cheered her at 83 amid illness. She notes his own busy days and grateful relief from his kindness, hoping for a kinder world.
The letter argues Rep. Paul McCloskey and allies hinder diplomacy with Yasser Arafat. It contends Arafat has no intent to recognize Israel and condemns the July 25 document as hollow, reiterating his immediate contrary stance to McCloskey. It notes cautious optimism from others.
The speaker calls for an international alliance of Europe America and Russia to back a nuclear arms freeze to prevent stockpiling. The aim is human survival and widespread demonstrations to pressure leaders to renounce nuclear war and end escalation.
A reader scolds a July 24 editorial for labeling Irish Americans a special shame for backing the IRA. He traces British rule in Ireland to repression and defends Irish heritage, praising American rights from 1776 and pledging support for a united democratic homeland. He also critiques a concert performer Warwick for lateness and abrupt finale, though lauds her voice.
A concert at the Civic Center ran late as Dionne Warwick appeared at 8:55 p.m. despite tickets and listings stating 8:00 p.m. The attendee felt insulted and annoyed by the delay but relaxed after fifteen minutes, noting Warwick's dress and style.
A call for higher pay scales for sheriffs deputies praises their professionalism and urges better compensation to reflect their duties and service.
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